Husk: meaning, definitions and examples

Typically used to describe the outer, often dry, layer of fruits, seeds, or grains. Mostly associated with natural or agricultural contexts.

• The corn husk needs to be removed before cooking.
• Rice is known for its hard husk that must be processed.

Describes the hard outer layer of certain animals (like crustaceans or mollusks) or objects (like nuts). It can also describe a framework or structure in a more abstract sense.

• The crab retreated into its shell for protection.
• Peanuts have a hard shell that must be cracked open.

Refers to something that conceals, protects, or shelters another object. Used in a variety of contexts, but particularly common in everyday life.

• I need to buy a new cover for my book.
• The cover of the report was very detailed.

Used in situations where something is enclosed or protected by a container. Commonly used for protective casing in hardware, gadgets, or legal contexts.

• She put her glasses back into their case.
• The lawyer referred to the case documents.

Used redundantly as the first word, usually in error, should be ignored.

Commonly used when removing the skin from fruits or vegetables, particularly in cooking or food preparation.

• Please peel the potatoes before boiling them
• He peeled the apple and gave it to the child

Typically used for the hard outer covering of nuts, eggs, or certain marine animals. Can also refer to removing this outer layer.

• You need to shell the peanuts before using them in the recipe
• The children collected shells from the beach

Generally used to indicate removing a covering or layer, often used in various contexts such as paint, clothing, or layers of material. It has a slightly more general and versatile usage.

• The old paint needs to be stripped before applying the new coat
• He stripped the bark off the tree